Did you get it right?
This receipt math puzzle asks you to add soap, tea, tissues, and vitamins without using a calculator.
The Answer
The correct answer is: $15.25.
Here is why
- Soap and tea are $3.25 + $4.50 = $7.75.
- Tissues and vitamins are $2.75 + $4.75 = $7.50.
- Now add $7.75 + $7.50 = $15.25.
Why people miss it
People often add the cents too quickly and lose track when the total passes another dollar.
What answer did you get before checking?